Low on hairspray? Stock up for when Soldier Field transforms into Paradise City this July as Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan reunite for Guns N’ Roses’ highly anticipated “Not in This Lifetime” tour stop. July 1 and 3, 1410 Museum Campus Dr.

PALATE PLEASING

If music is food for the soul, it’s only fitting that Taste of Chicago continue to whet guests’ appetites with a cornucopia of artists like Elle King, The Decemberists, Sheila E., and The Roots. July 6-10, Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr.

BREWS AND TUNES

Lincoln Square hosts the fifth annual Square Roots, a jam-packed weekend that complements 70 acts with more than 40 sips from local and regional craft breweries. July 8-10, 4400-4560 N. Lincoln Ave.

It’s 11 AM on July 28. Do you know where your crop top is? After all, Lollapalooza is celebrating its 25th edition in a big way with an extra day of performances beginning Thursday; highlights include Ellie Goulding, Future, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Haim, and Jane’s Addiction. July 28-31, Grant Park, Michigan Avenue and Congress Parkway

HELLO, DOLLY

For a dose of Southern charm, head to the North Shore, where Dolly Parton will dazzle Ravinia for the first time in 25 years. Expect the country crooner to perform beloved showstoppers like “Jolene” and “9 to 5” along with new numbers. August 7, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park, 847-266-5100

JAM SESSION

Diehard Cubs fan Eddie Vedder is certainly no stranger to Wrigley Field, and the Evanston native will be mixing business with pleasure as Pearl Jam returns to the Friendly Confines for two nights. August 20 and 22, 1060 W. Addison St.

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